Dr. Randall Latorre is a facial plastic surgeon and ear, nose and throat specialist in Tampa, FL, New Port Richey, FL, and Trinity, FL. Patient ratings for Dr. Latorre average 3.0 stars out of 5. His areas of expertise include eyelid surgery, endoscopic sinus surgery, and acne. He is in-network for Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield Bronze, and Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, as well as other insurance carriers. He attended the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine and subsequently trained at a hospital affiliated with Yale University for residency. He speaks Spanish. Dr. Latorre is professionally affiliated with Florida Hospital Tampa, Florida Hospital Carrollwood, and BayCare Surgery Center (Trinity).

Dr. Loren Bartels specializes in otology and neurotology. Dr. Bartels's average rating from his patients is 4.0 stars out of 5. He is professionally affiliated with St. Joseph's Women's Hospital and St. Joseph Children's Hospital. He is an in-network provider for Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield Bronze, Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, and more. Before performing his residency at Geisinger Medical Center, Dr. Bartels attended the University of South Florida (USF) College of Medicine and the University of Florida College of Medicine for medical school. He has received the following distinction: Florida Super Doctors 2009 - Gulf Coast Edition. In addition to English, Dr. Bartels speaks German.

Dr. Janet Lee specializes in facial plastic surgery and otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). Clinical interests for Dr. Lee include eyelid surgery, thyroid problems, and audiometry test. Her professional affiliations include St. Joseph's Hospital - North, Tampa Community Hospital, and Brandon Regional Hospital. Dr. Lee studied medicine at the University of Michigan Medical School. She completed her residency training at Baylor University Medical Center and a hospital affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine. She has received a 3.0 out of 5 star rating by her patients. Dr. Lee takes Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield Bronze, Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, and more.

Dr. Joseph Farrior is an otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) specialist. He speaks Spanish. He is affiliated with James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital (JAHVH), St. Joseph's Women's Hospital, and St. Joseph Children's Hospital. Dr. Farrior studied medicine at Emory University School of Medicine. On average, patients gave Dr. Farrior a rating of 2.5 stars out of 5. He is an in-network provider for Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield Bronze, Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, and more. He has received the following distinction: Florida Super Doctors 2009 - Gulf Coast Edition.

Dr. Dominic Castellano works as a facial plastic surgeon and ear, nose and throat specialist in Tampa, FL and Lutz, FL. He is rated 5.0 stars out of 5 by his patients. Areas of expertise for Dr. Castellano include eyelid surgery, acne, and sleep apnea. He is in-network for Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield Bronze, and Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, as well as other insurance carriers. Before performing his residency at a hospital affiliated with Eastern Virginia Medical School, Dr. Castellano attended the University of South Florida (USF) College of Medicine for medical school. He is affiliated with South Florida Baptist Hospital, St. Joseph's Hospital - North, and Brandon Regional Hospital.

Dr. Christopher Danner's area of specialization is otology and neurotology. Patients rated him highly, giving him an average of 4.0 stars out of 5. Dr. Danner's hospital/clinic affiliations include St. Joseph's Hospital - North, St. Joseph's Women's Hospital, and St. Joseph Children's Hospital. He is in-network for Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield Bronze, Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, and more. His education and training includes medical school at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine and residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. He speaks Spanish.

Dr. Pamela Baines, who practices in Tampa, FL and Brandon, FL, is a medical specialist in pediatric otolaryngology (ear, nose & throat) and otolaryngic allergy. She studied medicine at the University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine. For her professional training, Dr. Baines completed a residency program at a hospital affiliated with Louisiana State University. Patients rated Dr. Baines highly, giving her an average of 4.5 stars out of 5. She is in-network for Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield Bronze, and Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, as well as other insurance carriers. Dr. Baines has received the following distinction: Florida Super Doctors 2009 - Gulf Coast Edition. Dr. Baines (or staff) speaks the following languages: Spanish and French. Dr. Baines's professional affiliations include Brandon Regional Hospital, St. Joseph's Hospital - South, and St. Joseph's Women's Hospital.

Dr. Rene Boothby is a facial plastic surgeon and ear, nose and throat specialist. He attended medical school at the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine. Dr. Boothby's training includes a residency program at a hospital affiliated with the University of Minnesota. His areas of clinical interest consist of thyroid problems and allergies. Dr. Boothby's patients gave him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars. He accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield Bronze, Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, and more. He is conversant in Spanish. He is affiliated with Brandon Regional Hospital, St. Joseph's Hospital - South, and St. Joseph's Women's Hospital.

Dr. Dean Davis' areas of specialization are facial plastic surgery, otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat), and head & neck plastic surgery; dr. Dean Davis sees patients in Tampa, FL. Patient reviews placed Dr. Davis at an average of 5.0 stars out of 5. Clinical interests for Dr. Davis include facial problems, rosacea, and radiesse. Dr. Davis's professional affiliations include Bayfront Health Brooksville, St. Joseph's Women's Hospital, and Bayfront Health Spring Hill. Dr. Davis honors Coventry, TRICARE, and United Healthcare HSA, as well as other insurance carriers. Dr. Davis graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine and then Dr. Davis performed Dr. Davis's residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Virginia. Dr. Davis has received professional recognition including the following: Florida Super Doctors 2009 - Gulf Coast Edition. In addition to English, Dr. Davis speaks Spanish.

Dr. Daniel Vincent is an otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) specialist in Tampa, FL. He speaks Spanish. Dr. Vincent has indicated that his clinical interests include toenail removal surgery. He is professionally affiliated with South Florida Baptist Hospital, Brandon Regional Hospital, and St. Joseph's Hospital - South. Dr. Vincent studied medicine at the University of South Florida (USF) College of Medicine, Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine, and the University of Florida College of Medicine. He completed his residency training at a hospital affiliated with Medical University of South Carolina. Patient ratings for Dr. Vincent average 5.0 stars out of 5. He accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield Bronze, and Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, as well as other insurance carriers. Dr. Vincent has received the following distinction: Florida Super Doctors 2009 - Gulf Coast Edition.

Dr. Karin Hotchkiss is a specialist in pediatric otolaryngology (ear, nose & throat) and facial plastic surgery. She has received a 3.5 out of 5 star rating by her patients. Clinical interests for Dr. Hotchkiss include endoscopic sinus surgery, thyroid problems, and cystic fibrosis (CF). Dr. Hotchkiss accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield Bronze, and Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, in addition to other insurance carriers. She attended medical school at the University of Florida College of Medicine. Her medical residency was performed at a hospital affiliated with the University of South Florida (USF). Dr. Hotchkiss has received professional recognition including the following: Florida Super Doctors 2009 - Gulf Coast Edition. She is conversant in Spanish. She is affiliated with BayCare Physician Partners, Brandon Regional Hospital, and St. Joseph's Women's Hospital.

Dr. George Blake is a specialist in otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). He works in Tampa, FL. He is especially interested in sleep apnea and thyroid surgery. His patients gave him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars. Dr. Blake is in-network for Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield Bronze, and Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, as well as other insurance carriers. After attending the University of South Florida (USF) College of Medicine and the University of Florida College of Medicine for medical school, Dr. Blake completed his residency training at a hospital affiliated with Tulane University. In addition to English, he speaks Spanish. His hospital/clinic affiliations include St. Joseph's Women's Hospital and St. Joseph Children's Hospital.

Dr. Scott Powell works as a pediatric otolaryngologist in Tampa, FL and Brandon, FL. Dr. Powell's average patient rating is 4.0 stars out of 5. These areas are among his clinical interests: sinusitis (sinus infection), hoarseness, and sinuplasty. He takes Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield Bronze, Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, and more. Dr. Powell is a graduate of the University of South Florida (USF) College of Medicine. He trained at a hospital affiliated with the University of South Florida (USF) for residency. In addition to English, he speaks Spanish. He is affiliated with South Florida Baptist Hospital, Brandon Regional Hospital, and St. Joseph's Hospital - South.

Dr. Miguel Rivera, who practices in Tampa, FL and Brandon, FL, is a medical specialist in facial plastic surgery and otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). After attending the University of Nevada School of Medicine, he completed his residency training at a hospital affiliated with the University of South Florida (USF). Dr. Rivera's areas of expertise consist of thyroid problems, sinuplasty, and vertigo. Patient ratings for Dr. Rivera average 5.0 stars out of 5. He is in-network for Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield Bronze, and Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, as well as other insurance carriers. Dr. Rivera speaks Spanish. He is professionally affiliated with South Florida Baptist Hospital, St. Joseph's Hospital - North, and Brandon Regional Hospital.

Head and neck surgery is a subspecialty that provides advanced surgical care for the head, face, neck, and throat. Most head and neck surgeons begin their careers as otolaryngologists (ENTs) or plastic surgeons, but becoming certified as a head and neck surgeon requires additional training.

A surgeon who treats the head and neck has very specific considerations to take into account when operating. The delicate structures of the head and neck control our senses, our speech, our ability to chew and swallow food, and even our ability to breathe. A head and neck surgeon has to be careful to preserve the many functions of the head and neck when performing an operation. Also, when operating on or around the face, extreme care must be taken to leave as few scars as possible, since the face is a critical part of identity and social interaction. It all adds up to a tricky job.

Some of the issues a head and neck surgeon might treat include:

Cancer

Trauma to the face or neck

Thyroid disorders requiring surgery

Sinus surgery

Tonsillectomies / adenoidectomies

Cleft palate repair

Disorders of the larynx (voice box)

Cancers, especially of the esophagus, mouth, lips, and skin around the face or throat, are one of the most common issues requiring head or neck surgery. Most often, head and neck cancers are related to tobacco use. Chewing tobacco in particular affects the lips and mouth. Other risk factors for head and neck cancers include alcohol use and sun exposure.

Often after surgery, but particularly after the removal of a tumor, head and neck surgeons will perform reconstructive surgery, including microvascular surgery to connect or replace skin tissue. The goal is to restore not only a patient’s function but also their appearance in this critical area of the body, improving self-esteem.

Facial plastic surgeons are physicians who provide surgical or medical treatment to change the appearance of the face, head, or neck. We communicate a great deal through tiny, natural movements of the face, so the work of a facial plastic surgeon requires an unusually high level of skill.

Facial plastic surgeons provide a number of treatment options, such as:

Cosmetic surgery, intended to enhance the appearance. These procedures are usually considered elective, although they can be psychologically very important to patients. Cosmetic procedures seek to increase physical beauty, and can include facelifts, liposuction, and nose jobs.

Reconstructive surgery, to correct the appearance. Often these procedures are considered medically necessary and treat patients who are experiencing negative effects due to an aspect of their appearance. Procedures that can be considered reconstructive may include the removal of birthmarks and scars, repairs after serious accidents, and the correction of problems such as cleft palate.

Medical treatments that do not involve surgery. This category of procedures includes Botox, wrinkle treatments, injectable fillers, or medical skin products.

Facial plastic surgeons may have trained as plastic surgeons first, but most physicians who specialize in facial plastic surgery actually begin as otolaryngologists, or ear, nose, and throat doctors. A large part of the training that all otolaryngologists receive in medical school involves surgery on the face, and facial plastic surgery is considered the largest subspecialty of otolaryngology.

The field of facial plastic surgery is changing rapidly, with new advances in the past few years, such as laser therapy, minimally invasive surgery, and microsurgery. Facial plastic surgeons are able to use this knowledge to help you feel confident about the face you present to the world.

Otolaryngologists are also called 'ENTs' because their area of specialty is the ears, nose, and throat. Otolaryngologists treat most of the diseases and disorders that affect the head or neck. They can provide routine medical care, such as giving hearing tests or treating chronic conditions such as allergies. Otolaryngologists also perform a number of surgeries on the head and neck. Some of the illnesses and issues that otolaryngologists treat include:

Because they perform so many delicate surgeries of the face, otolaryngologists are often sought out as plastic surgeons when facial surgery is required. Their specialized knowledge of the anatomy of the head and face can make a real difference in the outcome of a surgery, from a brow lift to a total facial reconstruction after trauma.